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Fall 2017 WPPL Courses

The following courses are approved for the Women, Policy and Political Leadership (WPPL) Undergraduate and Graduate Certificate Programs.

Core 3-Credit Courses

FALL 2017

GOVT-482.001/682.001 Women and Politics

Elizabeth Sherman
Tuesdays, 5:30PM-8:00PM

This course examines the evolutionary role of women in politics - as voters, citizens, candidates, and leaders - from the Seneca Falls Convention to the present. The role of women's organizations and movements in the expansion of political and legal rights are also explored. Usually offered every term. Prerequisite: GOVT-110. Restriction: minimum 2.5 GPA.

GOVT-484.001/684.001 Women & Political Leadership

Jennifer Lawless
Mondays, 8:10AM-11:00AM

This course explores the historical evolution of women as leaders, the factors that have limited the number of women in leadership positions, and the differences in men's and women's leadership styles. Prerequisite: GOVT-110.

GOVT-485.002/685.002 Women, Law & Litigating Social Change

Karen O'Connor
Tuesdays, 8:20PM-10:50PM

This course provides an understanding and overview of the historical efforts of women to participate fully in the legal process as well as their impact on that process. Students gain an understanding of the day-to-day constraints faced by, as well as contributions made by, women lawyers and judges, and think critically about the impact of how women in the legal process are portrayed in the media. The course consists of class lectures and insights from women who have participated in the legal system in a variety of roles from the state and local to the national level.

Core 1-Credit Courses

FALL 2017

GOVT-282.002

Introduction to Women and Politics
Connie Morella
September 9-10, 2017, 9AM to 5PM

This course is an intensive introduction to women and politics. Students in the course gain an understanding of the historical struggle of women for political, economic, and educational rights, as well as the major actors who were or continue to be involved in these efforts.$50 special fee applies to this section.

GOVT-485.001/685.001 Women, Politics and the Media

Amanda Fuchs-Miller
September 16-17, 2017, 9AM to 5PM

This class acquaints students with important issues dealing with women, politics, and the media. Women make up only 19 percent of Congress and only 24.8 percent of state legislators nationwide. Women are also underrepresented on the campaign trail as political journalists. Critics argue that news stories about women candidates, elected officials, and women's issues often fail to generate news coverage, and when they are covered by media, they receive distinctly different coverage. Students in this class weigh the evidence surrounding these assertions by investigating the academic research, hearing first-hand accounts from experts in the field, and looking at real-life examples to examine the differences in political coverage.$50 special fee applies to this section.

GOVT-485.003/685.003 The States of Women

Lucy Gettman
September 23-24, 2017, 9AM to 5PM

State legislatures and statewide offices are vital locations of political leadership and launch pads for higher office. In the current climate of a reduced federal role, states are more important than ever. This course explore the status of women legislators, governors, lieutenant governors, and attorney generals and how to increase their numbers.$50 special fee applies to this section.